Family Field Guide Seriesby Garrick PfaffmannScroll down to view page samples.

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Vol. 1: Rocky Mountain MammalsThis colorful, easy-to-use field guide describes the 30 most commonly observed mammals in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, as well as detailed descriptions of the primary mountain ecosystems. Readers will learn interesting animal facts as well as habitat descriptions, migration habits, predator/prey relationships, and ecological significance for most of the mammals occurring in the Southern Rocky Mountains. Designed for readers ages 6-12, and beginning naturalists of all ages, this book includes engaging and informative illustrations and full color photographs.30 mammals; 67 illustrations; 63 color photographs; 104 pages; retail: $15.95; ISBN: 978-1-882426-24-9

Vol. 2: Rocky Mountain PlantsIncludes 62 of the most common and easy-to-identify plants in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, including evergreens, deciduous trees, berry-producing shrubs, and wild flowers organized by color. Detailed artwork and over 190 colored photographs enable easy plant identification, while describing significant plant adaptations, habitat needs, ecological significance, name origins, plant communities and life zones, and interesting plant facts. The text is written in layman’s terms and is designed for readers, ages 6-12, but is informative and engaging for plant enthusiasts of all ages.62 plants; 91 color illustrations; 331 color photos; 146 pages; retail: $16.95; ISBN: 978-1-882426-26-3

Vol. 3: Rocky Mountain BirdsIncludes 32 of the most common and easy-to-identify birds in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region. Detailed artwork and over 100 full color photographs enable easy bird identification, while the text describes significant bird adaptations, migration patterns, nesting behaviors, habitat needs and ecological significance. A full-color picture-based index allows easy identification and navigation of the pages. Designed for readers age 6-12, and informative for beginning birders of all ages. The book’s sturdy construction and size makes it perfect to toss in a backpack or to keep near the backyard bird feeder. 32 birds; 60 color illustrations; 184 color photos; 100 pages; retail: $15.95; ISBN: 978-1-882426-28-7

Vol. 4: Rocky Mountain BugsAnybody who digs in the garden, fly fishes in Rocky Mountain streams, or is fascinated by passing butterflies needs this book! While providing elementary clarification and classification of insects, spiders and other “bugs,” these colorful pages detail the life cycles, ecological significance, identification tips, habitat preferences and unique behaviors of 35 common and easy-to-identify bugs in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region. Watercolor illustrations and color photographs make these pages appealing and informative. The insects in this book are organized by habitat: those occurring in water, under the soil, in the trees and in the air.35 bugs; 66 color illustrations; 194 color photos; 104 pages; retail: $15.95; ISBN: 978-1-882426-32-4

Vol. 5: The Night SkyThis volume of the Family Field Guide Series introduces astronomy through the Northern hemisphere star constellations. Each of the 28 star constellations described includes an easy-to-understand Greek myth story, fun star facts, a map of the constellation and a representative full-color illustration painted or drawn by middle school students. Knowing the myth stories behind the constellations makes looking at the stars more interesting, and understanding the stars and deep sky objects within each constellation provides an introduction to astronomy. 28 constellations; 39 color illustrations; Greek myths; seasonal star maps; retail: $15.95; ISBN: 978-1-936905-96-6